Jamaican legend explains why Asafa Powell’s career as a track athlete was short-lived

The three-time Olympic medallist explained the reasons behind Asafa Powell’s unimpressive performances at major championships. Jamaican sprint legend Gregory Haughton has explained why he thinks Asafa Powell might have struggled to show up in his best from during major championships. Asafa Powell, a two-time world champion, is one of the most consistent 100m runners but…

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‘The victory was yours’ – When Flo-Jo’s sister-in-law helped Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone overcome her nerves

Before the Tokyo Olympics, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone faced unexpected challenges, from pandemic-related hurdles to intense competition yet a timely boost from Jackie Joyner-Kersee changed everything. Four-time Olympic gold medalist Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone has established herself as one of track and field’s most dynamic athletes, continuing to shatter world records in her stride. Despite her undeniable talent and…

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Misuse of biblical verses in Gachagua impeachment trial

Senate during impeachment trial against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. [File, Standard] The impeachment trial of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in Parliament saw lawmakers turn to the bible as proponents and opponents interpreted the scriptures to suit their arguments. On Monday, clerics and scholars interviewed said politicians and lawyers should be careful in cherry-picking biblical verses…

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Three Kenyans nominated for Out of Stadium award

Kenya’s Ruth Chepngetich reacts after winning the Elite Women’s 2021 Bank of America Chicago Marathon on October 10, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. – Reigning world champion Ruth Chepngetich of Kenya made a triumphant US debut on by winning the women’s title at the 43rd Chicago Marathon. Chepngetich won in an unofficial time of 2hrs 22mins…

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Govt to make textile and apparel sector more competitive

Investment and Promotion Principal Secretary Abubakar Hassan says Kenya is creating an enabling environment to make Special Economic Zones (SEZ) more competitive and conducive for investment. This comes as market disruptions, environmental issues, high cost of production and competition from regional and global markets emerge as key challenges facing Kenya’s textile…

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Kenya benefits from Google’s Ksh 748M AI, cybersecurity funding

Matt Brittin, President Google EMEA. Kenya is among three African countries where Google has lined up Ksh 748.2 million ($5.8m) investment in order to build capacity in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. According to Google Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) President Matt Brittin, the funding which will be channeled through three organizations, Data Scientists Network…

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